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It’s no fluke. The tide is rising for fiery flavors with more consumers than ever saying they enjoy spicy foods and sauces, and BURGER KING restaurants are riding the wave with their new Spicy Big Fish Sandwich

Recent severe storms should prompt chain restaurant operators to keep a close eye to the sky this year for unexpected changes in the weather that could impact grain crops and force dramatic increases in commodity costs, according to DeWayne Dove, vice president of strategic planning for SpenDifference

The Middleby Corporation recently announced it has acquired the assets of Marsal & Sons, Inc., a leading manufacturer of deck ovens based in Lindenhurst, New York with annual revenues of approximately $5M

The makers of Hillshire Farm (www.hillshirefarm.com) products known for delivering quality, taste and craftsmanship in every bite, announced recently the launch of the first-ever money-back guarantee program for the new Hillshire Farm Naturals lunchmeat

**FIVE*STAR** SERIES HEAVY DUTY PORTION SCALES
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Edlund introduces the first truly heavy duty deluxe portion control scales designed exclusively for the foodservice industry that can stand up to high volume operations

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